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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 1d

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $150 million in NY University clean energy grants to help decarbonize campuses across the state’s university systems.

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$150 Million NY University Clean Energy Grant Program Launched by Governor Hochul | Happy Eco News

New York's $150 million NY university clean energy grant will transform state college campuses with sustainable technology. The funding provides SUNY with $100 million and CUNY with $50 million for…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 3d

Quebec’s vegetable supply faces a serious threat as fertile organic soils degrade, but organic soil amendments like straw and wood chips offer a sustainable solution to preserve farmland for future generations.

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Scientists Race to Save Vital Farmland with Sustainable Organic Soil Amendments | Happy Eco News

Scientists use straw and wood chips as organic soil amendments to combat the degradation of Quebec’s fertile farmland, ensuring sustainable vegetable production for future generations.

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 5d

Today, we have a guest post by Melina Sempil Watts, a writer, who writes about some of the works of Dr. Brian Fagen and how his books can help us understand climate change and the environment.

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Take the Long View, the Really Long View: Dr. Brian Fagan, an Appreciation | Happy Eco News

Take the Long View, the Really Long View: Dr. Brian Fagan, an Appreciation. It may be easier to accept Dr. Fagan's demise, knowing that he spent a lifetime exploring civilizations that have been gone ...

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 6d

Colombia recently created a 2.7 million-acre protected territory in the Amazon to safeguard the Yuri-Passé isolated indigenous group and their ancestral lands.

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Colombia Establishes Historic Protected Territory for Isolated Indigenous Peoples | Happy Eco News

Colombia established the first-ever protected territory for isolated indigenous peoples in the Amazon, spanning 2.7 million acres. The landmark decision safeguards the Yuri-Passé group and the…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 8d

The River Rescue Kit, launched by the environmental group River Action, is designed to help people identify, report, and push back against sewage pollution in their communities.

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What Are River Rescue Kits—And Why Every Town Near Water Needs One | Happy Eco News

River rescue kits are helping UK residents take action against rising river sewage pollution. With guidance on testing water, reporting incidents, and pressuring leaders, the kits aim to protect…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 10d

According to new research that resolves a 50-year scientific debate about conservation strategies, forest fragmentation and biodiversity are closely linked, with fragmentation proving harmful across ecosystems.

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New Study Confirms: Forest Fragmentation Reduces Biodiversity Worldwide | Happy Eco News

A new study published in Nature confirms that forest fragmentation and biodiversity loss are closely connected. The research shows that fragmented habitats support fewer species than large, intact…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 12d

Today, we have a guest post by Morris Mburu, also known as singer Halisi Monray who writes about how he uses music to inspire environmental change.

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The Sound of Change: How My Music is Fighting Climate Change—and Winning | Happy Eco News

The sound of change: How my music is fighting climate change—and winning Hey, I’m Halisi Monray. Music is my heartbeat, my voice, and my weapon in the fight for our planet. The climate crisis can feel...

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 13d

Switzerland’s clean water initiatives have turned formerly polluted waterways into pristine swimming spots, making the country a model for nations worldwide facing water quality challenges.

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Switzerland's Clean Water Transformation Creates Blueprint for Global River Restoration | Happy Eco News

Switzerland's clean water transformation has allowed citizens to swim in previously polluted urban waterways, setting new global standards for river restoration projects.

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 15d

Scientists are exploring innovative ways to achieve sustainable copper mining and reduce environmental damage.

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How Scientists Are Making Sustainable Copper Mining a Reality Without Destroying the Planet | Happy Eco News

Sustainable copper mining is becoming essential as global demand for copper soars. A new research center is developing cleaner methods—from underground brine extraction to bacteria-powered soil…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 17d

The Duwamish River restoration projects have created crucial habitats for birds, fish, and invertebrates in an otherwise industrial landscape.

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Community Efforts Drive Duwamish River Restoration Success | Happy Eco News

The Duwamish River restoration projects in Seattle are showing promising ecological recovery despite ongoing challenges. Three sites demonstrate how removing debris, reshaping shorelines, and…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 19d

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 19d

Today, we have a guest post by Parth Singla, who writes about the changes he's made to stop using plastic, and how you can make these changes too.

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Why I Stopped Using Plastic and Why You Can Too | Happy Eco News

Why I stopped using plastic and why you can too Hi! I’m Parth Singla, a 10-year-old eco-storyteller from India. I build LEGO machines, write poems about nature, and make short Instagram reels to help ...

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 20d

Scientists have developed an efficient method for recycling polycotton textiles by separating cotton and polyester fibers.

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Recycling Polycotton Textiles May Finally Be Possible | Happy Eco News

Researchers have developed a method for recycling polycotton textiles. This process could significantly reduce textile waste, lower carbon emissions, and move the fashion industry toward a more…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 21d

Today, we have a guest post by Danielle Clarke, who writes about how the Sands Point Preserve Conservancy is using goats to control invasive species.

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Sands Point Preserve Conservancy Uses Green Goats for Invasive Species Control | Happy Eco News

Sands Point Preserve Conservancy Uses Green Goats for Invasive Species Control. Nassau County’s Sands Point Preserve celebrates the return of Green Goats Rhinebeck to help clear invasive species on th...

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 22d

A groundbreaking forest restoration effort called Redwood Rising is making significant progress in healing damaged redwood forests that were once subjected to industrial-scale logging.

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Redwood Rising Project Transforms Damaged Forests into Climate Champions | Happy Eco News

Redwood Rising unites conservation groups with state and federal agencies to restore previously logged redwood forests that will not recover on their own. The project repairs damaged ecosystems while…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 24d

Modern waste tire recycling solutions using pyrolysis technology can transform waste tires into valuable resources like fuel oil and carbon black.

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Waste Tire Recycling Solutions: Pyrolysis Technology Turns Rubber into Resources | Happy Eco News

Waste tire recycling solutions using pyrolysis technology offer a promising answer to the 1.5 billion tires discarded annually worldwide. This process heats tires without oxygen, converting them into…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 26d

Today, we have a guest post by Marcus Griswold, an ecologist and climate adaptation expert, who writes about the important work being done to protect the giant otter in Columbia.

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Partnerships are Bringing Back the Giant Otter in Colombia | Happy Eco News

Partnerships are Bringing Back the Giant Otter in Colombia. A big part of this is setting aside lands to protect. Three Ramsar sites, designated as waters of international importance, have been set as...

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 27d

Singapore researchers have created innovative fungi tiles inspired by elephant skin that could provide sustainable passive cooling for buildings without using energy.

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Scientists Develop Fungi Tiles with Elephant Skin Texture to Cool Buildings | Happy Eco News

Singapore scientists have created innovative fungi tiles inspired by elephant skin that naturally cool buildings without using energy. Made from mushroom roots and organic waste, these tiles cool 25%…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · 29d

British researchers have developed a solar hydrogen production technology that uses low-cost organic materials to create clean hydrogen fuel.

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UK Team Unveils Low-Cost Solar Hydrogen Production Technology Using Organic Materials | Happy Eco News

UK researchers have created a new solar hydrogen production technology that turns sunlight into hydrogen fuel using cheap, common materials. The breakthrough

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · Sep 14

Massive Attack’s eco-impact concerns led the band to decline Coachella 2025, citing water use and air travel emissions.

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Why Massive Attack’s Eco-Impact Concerns Ruled out a Coachella 2025 Performance | Happy Eco News

Massive Attack’s eco-impact concerns led them to decline Coachella 2025, citing water waste and carbon-heavy air travel. The band criticized desert festivals and aviation-dependent venues. With new…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · Sep 12

Today, we have a guest post by IFEEL, artist and animal rights activist who writes about the inspiration behind "Love my Vegan Life" and the importance of protecting animals.

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Love My Vegan Life - A Celebration of Compassion and Care for Our Planet | Happy Eco News

Love My Vegan Life - A Celebration of Compassion and Care for Our Planet. With my music, I remind others that animals are living beings with personalities, children, families, and the right to live fr...

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · Sep 11

AuREUS solar panels transform food waste into clean electricity that works even on cloudy days.

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How AuREUS Solar Panels Turn Food Waste Into Clean Energy and New Opportunities | Happy Eco News

AuREUS solar panels use food waste to create clean energy, even on cloudy days. Invented by Carvey Ehren Maigue, they offer farmers new income and reduce energy bills for families. By capturing UV…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · Sep 10

Today, we have a guest post by Samik Nayar, the founder of GreenShift who writes about the movement to protect the planet and how you can get involved.

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GreenShift: Uniting the Fight for the Planet | Happy Eco News

GreenShift: Uniting the Fight for the Planet. Right now, we’re laying the groundwork. Our biggest upcoming idea is a tree-planting event—something tangible, local, and impactful. We’re still figuring ...

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · Sep 9

Communities discover that passive house wildfire safety features provide dual benefits of fire protection and energy savings.

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How Passive House Wildfire Safety Features Can Protect High Risk Communities | Happy Eco News

Passive house wildfire safety features are proving essential in protecting homes from increasing fire threats. These construction methods combine airtight building techniques, advanced ventilation…

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Happy Eco News @happyeconews.bsky.social · Sep 7

Zoos Victoria discovered endangered Plains-wanderers in two new locations using advanced technology.

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Endangered Plains-Wanderer: A Technological Triumph in Wildlife Conservation | Happy Eco News

The endangered Plains-wanderer, a rare Australian bird, was recently rediscovered using advanced technology. With fewer than 1,000 individuals remaining, these unique birds face critical habitat…

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